Darkness
Written by Giorgio Volpe
Illustrated by Francesca Corso
Published by uovonero
32 pages
cm 23 x 30
Age 4+
All rights available
A tender and visually immersive picture book that transforms the dark from something to fear into a faithful companion of imagination and growth.
Inside her heart, a little girl keeps a special place for the Darkness. Each evening, it walks beside her, plays with her, and gently wraps her in its lightness. Far from being a threat, the Darkness becomes a shapeshifter, a stage for shadows, a keeper of dreams, and a quiet friend who whispers goodnight. With poetic text and luminous blue-toned illustrations, this evocative picture book reimagines darkness as a space of intimacy, creativity, and inner discovery — an empowering story that helps children embrace the night as part of themselves.
A lyrical celebration of night-time as a space of wonder rather than fear. Perfect for shared reading, offering reassurance, emotional depth, and striking visual atmosphere.
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